Rio de Janeiro is the capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

It is home to famous landmarks such as  the giant statue of Christ The Redeemer atop Corcovado mountain and the Sugar Loaf with its cable car.

Rio de Janeiro is known for its natural settings, amazing beaches such as Ipanema and Copacabana, Carnival and samba.

Part of the city has been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Rio de Janeiro is known as Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvellous City) and despite problems, it largely lives up to the hype thanks to its sublime natural setting and exuberant culture.